Comparing the KTM 85 SX and the Suzuki GSX‑8R side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. On the engine front, the KTM 85 SX comes with a 84.9 cc unit compared to the Suzuki GSX‑8R's 776 cc, producing 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm and 82 bhp @ 8,500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 25 kmpl for the KTM 85 SX versus 23 km/l for the Suzuki GSX‑8R. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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Engine Specifications |
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| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 84.9 cc | 776 cc |
| Engine Type | 1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine | 4-stroke, parallel-twin, DOHC, 8-valve |
| Power | 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm | 82 bhp @ 8,500 rpm |
| Torque | 14 Nm @ 8500 rpm | 78 Nm @ 6,800 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 5.2 L | 14L |
| Mileage | 25 kmpl | 23 km/l |
| Top Speed (km/h) | — | 230 |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | approx. 67 kg (without fuel) | 205 |
| Seat Height | 865 mm | 810 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | — | Dual-channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Disc 240 mm | Dual 310 mm discs, radial-mount 4-piston calipers |
| Front Suspension | XACT 43 WP Upside-Down fork, Ø 43 mm | Showa SFF-BP 43 mm upside-down fork |
| Rear Brake | Disc 220 mm | Single 240 mm disc, 1-piston caliper |
| Rear Suspension | XACT WP PDS mono shock | Showa link-type mono-shock, preload adjustable |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 70/100 - 17 | 120/70 ZR17 (Tubeless) |
| Rear Tyre | 90/100 - 14 | 180/55 ZR17 (Tubeless) |
| Tyre Type | Tubed | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Spoke | Cast aluminium alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | — | LED (projector-style, vertically stacked) |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | — | 12 V, 8 Ah (Maintenance-free) |
| Bike Image 1 | — |
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| Bike Image 2 | — |
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| Bike Image 3 | — |
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| Cluster | — | 5-inch full-colour TFT display (Bluetooth-enabled, multiple ride modes, traction control, gear indicator) |
| Color Options | Orange | Metallic Triton BlueMetallic Matt Sword SilverMetallic Matt Black No 2 |
| Connectivity Features | — | Bluetooth, ride modes, traction control, TFT display |
| Drive Modes | — | Active, Basic, Comfort |
| Final Drive Type | — | chain |
| Fuel System | Keihin PWK 28 | Electronic fuel injection (EFI) |
| On-Road Price (Subsidy Adjusted, ₹) | — | 1132094 |
| Price Variants | STD | 669000 | Standard | 988551 | Single variant (Dual-channel ABS, bi-directional quick-shifter, ride-modes) |
| Starter | Kickstarter | Electric |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6-speed, bi-directional quick-shifter, assist & slipper clutch |
| Vehicle Warranty (Years) | — | 2 |
